Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (MindTap Course List)
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Chapter 24, Problem 4SQ
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Concept introduction: Myriapods belong to the Phylum: Arthropod. Arthropods are characterized by jointed legs. Myriapods include centipedes and millipedes that are nocturnal invertebrates, which have many segments.
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